Intel D815EEA2 User Manual

Overview of BIOS Features
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3.6 BIOS Updates
The BIOS can be updated using either of the following utilities, which are available on the Intel
World Wide Web site:
• Intel
®
Express BIOS Update utility, which enables automated updating while in the Windows
environment. Using this utility, the BIOS can be updated from a file on a hard disk, a 1.44 MB
diskette, or a CD-ROM, or from the file location on the Web.
• Intel
®
Flash Memory Update Utility, which requires creation of a boot diskette and manual
rebooting of the system. Using this utility, the BIOS can be updated from a file on a 1.44 MB
diskette (from a legacy diskette drive or an LS-120 diskette drive) or a CD-ROM.
Both utilities support the following BIOS maintenance functions:
• Verifying that the updated BIOS matches the target system to prevent accidentally installing an
incompatible BIOS.
• Updating both the BIOS boot block and the main BIOS. This process is fault tolerant to
prevent boot block corruption.
• Updating the BIOS boot block separately.
• Changing the language section of the BIOS.
• Updating replaceable BIOS modules, such as the video BIOS module.
• Inserting a custom splash screen.
✏
NOTE
Review the instructions distributed with the upgrade utility before attempting a BIOS update.
For information about Refer to
The Intel World Wide Web site Section 1.3, page 19
3.6.1 Language Support
The BIOS Setup program and help messages are available in five languages: US English, German,
Italian, French, and Spanish. The default language is US English, which is present unless another
language is selected.
3.6.2 Custom Splash Screen
During POST, an Intel splash screen is displayed by default. This splash screen can be replaced
with a custom splash screen. A utility is available from Intel to assist with creating a custom splash
screen. The custom splash screen can be programmed into the flash memory using the BIOS
upgrade utility. Information about this capability is available on the Intel Support World Wide
Web site.
For information about Refer to
The Intel World Wide Web site Section 1.3, page 19

Intel D815EEA2 Specifications

General

Brand	Intel
Model	D815EEA2
Category	Motherboard
Language	English

Summary

Product Description

Board Differences

Summarizes differences between D815EEA2 and D815EPEA2 boards.

Overview

Provides a general overview of the D815EEA2 and D815EPEA2 boards' features.

Processor

Details supported processors and cautions for installation and use.

System Memory

Describes system memory features, installation notes, and limitations.

Chipsets

Describes the chipsets used by the D815EEA2 and D815EPEA2 boards.

I/O Controller

Details the features of the standard and optional I/O controllers.

Graphics Subsystems

Describes the graphics subsystems used by the D815EEA2 and D815EPEA2 boards.

Audio Subsystem

Details the AC '97 compatible audio subsystem and its connectors.

LAN Subsystem (Optional)

Describes the network interface controller subsystem features.

Power Management

Details power management implementation at various levels.

Technical Reference

Memory Map

Describes the system memory map, listing address ranges and descriptions.

I/O Map

Details the I/O map, listing address ranges, sizes, and descriptions.

Connectors

Describes the board's connectors, categorized into groups.

Electrical Considerations

Details power consumption and supply considerations for the boards.

Thermal Considerations

Discusses component temperatures and airflow importance for cooling.

Regulatory Compliance

Outlines compliance with safety and EMC regulations.

Overview of BIOS Features

Introduction

Introduces the Intel/AMI BIOS, its storage, and update methods.

Resource Configuration

Explains BIOS resource configuration, including PCI autoconfiguration.

BIOS Updates

Covers BIOS update utilities and maintenance functions.

Boot Options

Describes available boot options like diskette, hard drive, CD-ROM, and network.

BIOS Security Features

Details BIOS security features like supervisor and user passwords.

BIOS Setup Program

Introduction

Explains how to access and navigate the BIOS Setup program.

Advanced Menu

Details setting advanced features available through the chipset.

Security Menu

Covers setting passwords and other security-related features.

Power Menu

Details setting power management features like APM and ACPI.

Boot Menu

Sets boot features and the sequence for starting the system.

Error Messages and Beep Codes

BIOS Error Messages

Lists BIOS error messages and their explanations.

Port 80h POST Codes

Describes POST codes generated by the BIOS for diagnostics.

BIOS Beep Codes

Lists beep codes and their corresponding error descriptions.

Diagnostic LEDs (Optional)

Explains the optional enhanced diagnostics feature and LED codes.